Protesters in Balcombe halt shale gas operation - video

Guardian reporter Rob Booth speaks to anti-fracking protesters in Balcombe, West Sussex, shortly before their demonstration prevents the arrival of essential shale gas drill parts. The action comes a week after the chancellor, George Osborne, announced major tax breaks for companies extracting shale gas. Protesters fear pollution from gas flaring, disruption from lorries and the possible pollution of local water courses